This is not a route imposed on the landscape, but rather an alliance with it and its ancestral guardians: the inhabitants of the southern lakelands. Our gateway is Puerto Concha, where genuine hospitality welcomes us to a world governed by the rhythm of water. Aboard a boat, we will enter the liquid veins of the Ciénagas de Juan Manuel National Park. These waterways, as they flow into Lake Maracaibo, weave a vast and vibrant tapestry of marshes and wetlands, a true paradise for birdwatching. We will navigate through majestic mangroves, while our bilingual guides and knowledgeable experts make every aspect of this route interesting, teaching us to interpret the secrets of the flora and fauna, revealing the endemic wealth that inhabits every corner. With a bit of luck, on the journey to Laguna La Boyera, as the sun sets with a spectacular and unparalleled sunset that paints the vast lake with gold and fire, we will be greeted by the dolphins of the lake. Our cultural immersion takes us to the stilt-house communities of Chamita and Ologa. The adventure intensifies with a night safari, an experience that sharpens the senses and prepares us for the grand spectacle. From the stillness of the stilt houses, we will witness a cosmic secret: the Catatumbo Lightning. This is a silent symphony of creation, the electric breathing of the planet manifested, a phenomenon so unique that it connects us directly with the vastness of the universe.
We will ascend to the sky. In the city of Mérida, the Mukumbarí Cable Car System awaits us, a marvel of engineering that not only rises to its longest stretch of 12.5 kilometers, but is also recognized as the highest cable car in the world, reaching an impressive 4,765 meters above sea level. At each station, the landscape will transform, revealing the immensity of the Andean peaks until we reach the eternal snows on the roof of Venezuela. The feeling of being on top of the world is a metaphor for this journey: an ascent to the highest peak, to a new perspective on life.
We will immerse ourselves in an oasis of comfort and elegance: Juniotel Hotel Boutique. Here, amid luxurious details and attention that emanates the warmth of our people, we will prepare for the magic that is about to unfold.
Experience Time: 1 Day
Included Services:
- Transfers (Land and Lake)
- Water Activities
Accommodation on stilts with hammocks - Tour guide with interpretation of the flora and fauna
- All meals, including snacks, drinks, and hydration (non-alcoholic)
Included Services:
- Ground Transfers
- Tour Guide
- Admission to the Mukumbarí Cable Car System
- Accommodation at Juniotel Boutique Hotel
- All meals, including snacks, drinks, and non-alcoholic beverages
